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    Martinsdale Reservoir Montana FWP accommodates pets at its spacious lakeside campsites, offering fire rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets for campers with dogs. The campground's well-spread sites provide ample distance between neighbors, creating privacy despite the open, treeless terrain. Chief Joseph City Park in nearby Harlowton welcomes pets with water hookups, picnic tables, and trash service from April through October. Spring Creek Campground maintains pet-friendly policies with both tent and RV sites available. Most campgrounds in the area require dogs to remain leashed when outside vehicles or tents, though specific designated pet areas exist at some locations. The exposed shoreline camping at Martinsdale Reservoir can subject pets to significant wind and sun exposure with no natural shade.

    Several hiking trails near Martinsdale provide excellent opportunities for dog owners seeking outdoor recreation. The Boulder River at Spring Creek Campground offers pets cooling water access during summer months, with a spacious grassy area for dogs to play. Cottonwood Reservoir Dispersed Camping provides primitive options for those traveling with pets who prefer more remote settings. When camping with dogs in this region, visitors should be prepared for potentially extreme temperature variations, as summer days can be hot while nights cool significantly. Wildlife encounters are possible throughout the area, so keeping pets leashed protects both local animals and your dog. The campground at Deadmans Basin Reservoir offers another pet-friendly option with lakeside sites that provide excellent star-viewing opportunities at night, though the water level varies seasonally and may be significantly lower during drought years.

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      1. Martinsdale Reservoir Montana FWP

      3.0(2)1mi from MartinsdaleRVs, Tents
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      2. Spring Creek

      5.0(3)12mi from MartinsdaleRVs, Tents

      "You need to drive up a narrow paved road then a wider graded gravel road then make a sharp turn down to the right. Sites aren’t big but we did see some hunters in a small trailer."

      from $10 / night

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      3. Chief Joseph City Park

      4.6(8)23mi from MartinsdaleRVs, Tents

      "A very nice small town town campground east of Montana’s front range. Several level pull-through RV sites with electricity. Dumpster and water hydrant near by in the campground."

      "Really well maintained grounds, level gravel sites, fairgrounds close by."

      from $20 / night

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      4. Camping area 6393A

      2.0(1)14mi from MartinsdaleTents

      5. Grasshopper

      3.4(5)22mi from MartinsdaleRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Some are not well situated for parking a camper, but it didn’t seem to crowded and we had our choice of spots early evening on a Friday."

      "As you enter this campground you find a trail head to the left and then a picnic area to the right. The campsites start right after the first of two vault toilets for the campground."

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      6. Whitetail Camp

      3.0(2)18mi from MartinsdaleRVs, Tents
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      7. Richardson Campground

      3.5(2)21mi from MartinsdaleTents
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      8. Chief Joseph Campground

      5.0(1)22mi from MartinsdaleRVs, Tents

      "This campground is on the edge of Harlowton. A small town that has very adequate basic services. The campground is in the city park / rodeo grounds. Very quiet. Clean."

      9. Conestoga Campground & RV Park

      4.8(6)30mi from Martinsdale4 sitesRVs, Tents

      "There is laundry, a rec room, small store with farm fresh eggs, and an enclosed off leash pet area."

      "Clean RV Park with full hook ups, laundry, showers, restrooms, pet area. Well maintained in an open field. Great stop over place for the area. Owners and camp hosts are on site. Always appreciated."

      from $25 - $45 / night

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      10. Hay Canyon

      4.0(1)24mi from MartinsdaleTents

      "The first section is easy to find, the second is just around the bend on the main road on a road to the right which has three more sites. "

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    • Shy-Anne W.
      Oct. 14, 2020

      Crystal Lake Campground

      Beautiful

      I love this place so much. This was my first time camping in Montana. It was breathtaking for me. The lake was so peaceful and clear. The trail around the lake is a nice walk to see all the different views around it. The meadows were full of wildflowers in the summer. The campground is a small loop and spaced out, the lake trail also had a couple of backcountry spots to set up. There’s also a few more trails in the area that were very pretty!!

    • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 26, 2023

      Spring Creek Campground & Trout Ranch

      Love the Sound of the River

      We followed our RV GPS right to the campground (CG), which is a favorite of ours for a two-night stay. Check-in was quick and easy. We proceeded to Deluxe River site 18 with 30 AMP and water. You can angle the rig in as you want to get set up on the wide pad area. The utilities were in the middle of the gravel pad, and we could park where our 9’ patio could come out to enjoy the gorgeous view of the river. They have free WiFi, but it was not very fast, and we used our Starlink. There are mature trees here, but we got a clear shot north for Starlink. We got 3 bars on Verizon. The water pressure was okay. Talking to our next-door neighbors, who have stayed here over the years, this CG is under new management by a couple who also owned a KOA in Billings. There are already changes, such as getting rid of the cabins and putting in some new FHU sites. There may be plans for new cabins in the future. We also noticed that from staying here in September 2019, the ponds are now state-stocked, and you need a Montana fishing license following regular fishing regulations versus no-license pay for the trout you catch. They also have a military and senior discount, but this wasn't mentioned/given when we made our reservations online. We mentioned it to the lady who checked us in, but she didn't offer to refund us the discount like other CG's have done in the past. There is no dog park, but there’s plenty of area to walk your dog. Someday we are going to plan a longer than two-day stay so we can further explore the area and fly fish the river.

    • Sabrina V.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 1, 2024

      Cottonwood Reservoir Dispersed Camping

      Very hard to find at night

      This place seemed promising at first. It was hard to find a decent spot at night due to only using headlights of my van. Most of the road is extremely rugged/uneven/full of large holes. The only place I was able to stay for the night was the road leading up to the locked gate. This is about the only nice spot. Other than that this place is • quiet w/occasional traffic along the high way (right next to reservoir) • very few people here, but far enough away from me • no fee required • provides OK view to the mountains • great when you bring along a pet • you will need to be fully prepared for primitive camping

    • Christyn T.
      May. 6, 2022

      Spring Creek Campground & Trout Ranch

      Kids love it here

      I have 5 kids of all ages. They love it here. Fishing ponds and river too. The husband and wife have worked so hard to make this place fun for everyone. Kids got to feed fish in the pond just stop in and ask for the food. They are kind to kids and pets as well. I spent my time doing this full time and people that run campgrounds don't always have the most respect for dogs or kids. Spent 30 days here. Nice little town as well with kind people.

    • S
      Jun. 8, 2026

      Conestoga Campground & RV Park

      Excellent park and amenities

      We were able to book easily online and have had a great stay. There is laundry, a rec room, small store with farm fresh eggs, and an enclosed off leash pet area.

    • J
      Jul. 19, 2021

      Conestoga Campground & RV Park

      Nice clean park!

      Clean RV Park with full hook ups, laundry, showers, restrooms, pet area. Well maintained in an open field. Great stop over place for the area. Owners and camp hosts are on site. Always appreciated.

    • Dexter I.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 27, 2021

      Martinsdale Reservoir Montana FWP

      Large exposed campground on Reservoir

      Martinsdale Reservoir Fishing Access Site campground is a very large campground with out a ton of campsite which means they are well spread apart from each other.  Not all the sites are numbered, some have picnic table (a few of the numbered site did not have tables or fire rings). Some of the sites have metal fire rings, others rock fire rings and others had nothing.  All of the site are along the north shore of the lake (or are when the reservoir has more water in it) .  Numerous vault toilets are to be found.  No water and no trash collection so come prepared.  The problem with this campground is it has no trees so you are at the mercy of the sun and wind.  The wind, it really blow through the area, every time I have visited this site I have found it to windy to attempt to fish.

    • Paul G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 31, 2020

      Chief Joseph City Park

      A delightful refuge.

      A very nice small town town campground east of Montana’s front range. Several level pull-through RV sites with electricity. Dumpster and water hydrant near by in the campground. Large new community playground adjacent to the RV sites. Sparsely used in October/November. 14 day limit. We look forward to staying here again.

    • Sayler O.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 11, 2025

      Fairy Lake Campground

      Magical Mountain Views and Crystal Clear Water—My Favorite Campground Ever!

      Fairy Lake Campground is hands down my favorite campground I’ve ever visited. The views of the surrounding mountains and dense forest are absolutely magical—it truly feels like you’ve stepped into another world. The lake itself is stunning, with crystal clear water that looks almost unreal. It’s the perfect place to relax, hike, fish, or just sit back and take in the beauty of Montana.

      Like other reviews mention, the 6-mile unmaintained road to get to the campground is definitely rough. The warnings are justified—it’s bumpy, rocky, and slow going. That said, I made it up just fine in my rear-wheel-drive Ranger, and we even saw some regular cars make it (though I’m sure they scraped a rock or two along the way). The drive might test your patience, but it’s 100% worth it once you arrive.

      The campground itself is peaceful, not overly crowded, and surrounded by towering trees and mountain views in every direction. It felt remote and wild in the best way possible. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a true Montana mountain camping experience—just come prepared for the road in!

    Guide to Martinsdale

    Martinsdale Reservoir Montana FWP provides spacious camping with sites spread well apart along the north shore. All pets must be on leash throughout the campground, with several vault toilets available for visitor convenience. The campground has a mix of sites, some numbered with picnic tables and fire rings while others have only basic amenities. No drinking water or trash collection services exist, so campers with dogs must bring sufficient water supplies and pack out all pet waste. Spring Creek campground, located at 5,300 feet elevation, offers a more sheltered experience with 10 sites alongside a refreshing creek that dogs can access. Sites cost $7 per night with vault toilets provided but no garbage facilities. The terrain at both locations accommodates tent and RV camping, though sites aren't particularly large for trailers. Windy conditions at Martinsdale Reservoir can make for challenging camping as the area lacks trees for shelter.

    The Lewis and Clark National Forest provides several dog-friendly camping options within reasonable driving distance of Martinsdale. Richardson Campground features three sites along a small creek with picnic tables and fire rings, though the tight road configuration makes turning around difficult with trailers. Hay Canyon offers six free campsites spread among large mature trees with metal fire rings at each site. Bear activity occurs in the region, so proper food storage including pet food is essential when camping. Hunters frequently use Spring Creek campground as a base camp, making it popular during hunting seasons. Many campers enjoy hiking the surrounding mountains with their dogs for impressive views, though higher elevation sites require high-clearance vehicles to access. The campgrounds in Castle Mountains provide small creek access where dogs can cool off during summer months.

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